Heuchera Stormy Seas
Coral Bells 'Stormy Seas
Heuchera ‘Stormy Seas’ is an eye-catching foliage perennial valued for its dramatic silver and purple-toned leaves. It forms a compact, mounded clump of rounded foliage washed with silvery tones and highlighted by deep purple veining, creating a striking marbled effect throughout the growing season. The leaf undersides often show deeper burgundy tones that add depth and contrast. In late spring to early summer, slender stems carry airy sprays of small creamy-white flowers above the foliage, providing a light accent while the distinctive leaves remain the main ornamental feature.
Type: Perennial
Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 12–18 in (to 18–24 in in flower)
(10-year size: forms expanding mounds)
USDA Zones: 4a–9b
Form: Compact, mounded
Light: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates morning sun)
Soil: Well-drained, humus-rich soils
Water: Moderate; prefers consistent moisture
Wildlife: Attracts bees and hummingbirds; deer resistant
Features & Landscape Uses
Silver foliage with deep purple veining
Dramatic marbled leaf pattern
Adds contrast and brightness in shade gardens
Ideal for borders, edging, and containers
Care
Plant in well-drained soil and avoid heavy winter moisture. Remove spent flower stems after bloom. Divide every few years in spring to maintain vigor. Provide light mulch in colder climates for winter protection.
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Height
- 12-18''
- Width
- 18-24"
- Hardiness zones
- 4–9
- Sunlight
- Full Shade, Partial Shade
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Bloom time
- Early Summer, Late Spring
- Flower color
- White
- Leaf color
- Bronze, Purple
- Fall color
- Bronze, Purple
- Attracts
- Butterflies, Hummingbirds
- Soil
- Humus rich, Normal, Well Drained
- Landscape use
- Border, Container, Rock Garden
- Shape
- Compact, Mounded, Spreading
- Deer resistant
- Yes
- Drought tolerant
- No
